Integrated Mill Systems (IMS) is a process automation solutions provider. IMS designs, builds, programs, and implements Level 1 control systems, primarily in support of the metals producing and processing market, providing a wide range of equipment and services for both new and retrofit projects. We are an award winning Automation Company that is passionate about the work we do, takes pride in our project outcomes, and highly values our reputation.

Position Overview:

Automation Hardware Design Engineers are responsible for designing industrial control panels/enclosures for use in harsh environments - PLC, remote I/O, operator station, network, and drive cabinets (both DC and AC). This involves component selection, sizing, and layout. The systems and offerings that IMS provides are primarily Engineer-to-Order (ETO). The qualified candidate must work closely with the drafting department and the automation engineering team to provide solutions that meet our customers’ specific requirements. IMS is seeking candidates for our Irwin, PA office.

Primary Duties:

• Receive assignments from hardware design lead.
• Communicate with the project team on specific project requirements, including engineering, manufacturing and quality.
• Communicate with drafting department to produce, review, check, and mark-up engineering drawings, including bill of material (BOM), panel layout, and electrical schematics
• Determine appropriate part numbers for PLC, I/O, and drive equipment.
• Size equipment, fusing, breakers, wire, power supplies, etc…based on equipment design specifications and sound engineering principles.
• Create Input/Output lists in Excel from existing customer electrical drawings

Requirements:

• BS electrical engineering or engineering technology degree required; equivalent experience in industrial automation control equipment design may be considered in lieu of.

Qualifications:

• Experience working with PLC’s (Allen Bradley, Siemens, and GE) and drives (Siemens, ABB, and Allen Bradley) is strongly preferred
• CAD experience (2D and/or 3D) a plus
• Experience serving industrial customers and/or previous experience with designing industrial control enclosures to UL508A and NEC standards a plus
• Willingness and desire to participate in ongoing training to maintain technical competency in automation products, and complimentary areas.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office products, especially Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Visio.
• Excellent communication skills both written and verbal, as well as the ability to work in a dynamic team environment is required.
• Must be a self-starter and self-motivated
• Qualified entry level candidates will be considered.

Essential Elements/Job Functions Assessment:

Physical:

• Seeing General
• Close Vision
• Clear Speech Complex
• Touching: Dexterity / Hand / Finger
• Walking
• Typing
• Climbing Flights
• Kneeling
• Stooping
• Bending
• Sitting
• Standing
• Driving

Stress Factors:

• Repetition
• High Pressure
• Fatigue

Mental Requirements:

• Reading - Complex
• Writing - Complex
• Perception / Comprehension
• Memorization
• Clerical
• Analyzing
• Math Skills
• Judgement
• Decision - Making

Work Environment:

• Work Alone
• Works with Others
• Works Around Others
• Verbal Contact with Others
• Face-To-Face Contact
• Inside
• Outside
• Confined Areas
• Extreme Heat
• Temperature Changes
• Wet and/or Humid
• Noise
• Vibration
• Mechanical Equipment
• Electrical Equipment 
• Pressurized Equipment
• Burning Materials
• Moving Objects
• High Places
• Fumes / Odors
• Dirt / Dust
• Gases

Equipment:

• Computer
• Keyboard
• Mouse
• Phone
• Calulator
• TV Monitors

Competitive Benefit Package:

We offer a competitive benefits package including:

• 401(k) Safe Harbor Match
• Medical (PPO & HSA)
• Dental
• Vision
• Life Insurance
• AD&D Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account
• Health Savings Account 
• Short-Term Disability
• Long-Term Disability
• Allstate: Accident & Critical Illness Plans
• Work Site benefits
• Paid Time Off options (PTO & Vacation)
• Paid Holidays

IMS is an Equal Opportunity Employer:

Candidates are subject to reference checks, credit, criminal background and DMV checks, assessments, and drug screen. EOE/M/F/Vets/Disability